September 26, 2014

Below are my professional goals for my first year at ISD. The goals were developed based on the Board’s goals for the year, parent and faculty surveys conducted last spring, and my reflections on what I have observed at the school last spring and since arriving in August. Periodically, through the year, I will update you on my progress in these areas.

1. In collaboration with the Business Manager, finance team, and Board of Directors, ensure accurate financial planning and streamline the budget process.2. Provide leadership to the Core Strategic Planning Team as they develop a new strategic plan.3. Assist in the implementation of year two of the International Baccalaureate Program.4. In collaboration with the building principals, ensure high professional practice in the classrooms.5. Improve my French conversation and literacy skills through regular lessons.

Conversations with Parents As I noted in last week’s journal, to help me learn more about the school and what the parents think, I invite all parents to schedule a 20 minute meeting to meet with me individually, so I can learn more about your child(ren), what you like about ISD and what you may want to see changed.